Robert Giaimo

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Robert Giaimo

U.S.A.

Party Democrat
Latest Campaign U.S.A. House of Reps
Date of Birth October 15, 1919
Date of Death May 24, 2006 (Age: 86)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Personal Background

Robert Giaimo graduated from Fordham University and earned a law degree from the University of Connecticut. He served in the United States Army and practiced law in New Haven, Connecticut. Giaimo held various local government positions, including on the North Haven Board of Education and as an assistant clerk to the Probate Court. He transitioned to national politics, serving in the United States Congress for multiple terms and chairing the House Committee on the Budget.

Political Ideas

Robert Giaimo's political identity is marked by a unique blend of fiscal conservatism and progressive social policies. He consistently advocated for balanced budgets and fiscal responsibility while simultaneously pushing for increased funding in education and healthcare. Giaimo's approach reveals a strategic tension between economic prudence and social equity. His legislative record often shows an unexpected convergence with opposing factions on environmental regulations, suggesting a highly calculated approach to protecting regional industrial interests. Giaimo's rhetorical style is compelling, framing issues in a way that highlights both the necessity of economic discipline and the moral imperative of social justice.

Campaigns
1978: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Connecticut House of Representatives 3rd District

58.10% of vote

Win
1976: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Connecticut House of Representatives 3rd District

54.40% of vote

Win
1974: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Connecticut House of Representatives 3rd District

65.10% of vote

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1972: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Connecticut House of Representatives 3rd District

53.30% of vote

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1970: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Connecticut House of Representatives 3rd District

54.60% of vote

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1968: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Connecticut House of Representatives 3rd District

53.90% of vote

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1966: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Connecticut House of Representatives 3rd District

53.10% of vote

Win
1964: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Connecticut House of Representatives 3rd District

63.90% of vote

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1962: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Connecticut House of Representatives 3rd District

56.00% of vote

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1960: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Connecticut House of Representatives 3rd District

54.90% of vote

Win
1958: U.S.A. House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

Connecticut House of Representatives 3rd District

56.20% of vote

Win
1956: U.S.A. House of Representatives

Election History

Connecticut House of Representatives 3rd District

40.00% of vote

Loss

Winner: Albert Cretella